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Priyanka Kumari

Priyanka Kumari is a Chief Sub-Editor at India TV. With close to nine years in the newsroom, Priyanka has built her craft around clarity, context, and sharp editorial judgement. Her focus area spans politics, crime, and international affairs, with a keen eye on the intersections that affect everyday lives. She brings a humane touch to every story she works on, always looking for the people behind the headlines. She can be reached at priyankakumari@indiatvnews.com

‘Europe stands with India on terrorism’: Ravi Shankar Prasad after all-party delegation returns home
India | Jun 08, 2025, 11:48 AM IST
An all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad returned from a six-nation Europe tour focused on strengthening India’s diplomatic ties and highlighting its stance against terrorism, particularly after the Pahalgam attack. The MPs met with senior leaders, think-tanks, and diaspora members.
LA protests, immigration raids, and Trump’s response: Why is the National Guard being deployed?
World | Jun 08, 2025, 10:20 AM IST
The California National Guard is being deployed to Los Angeles by President Donald Trump despite objections from Governor Gavin Newsom, following widespread protests against immigration raids conducted by federal agencies. The move has escalated tensions between state and federal authorities.
BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath, who defeated ex-cricketer Mohd Azharuddin in 2023 elections, dies
Telangana | Jun 08, 2025, 02:30 PM IST
BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath, 63, legislator from Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad, died on Sunday following a heart attack. He had been undergoing treatment at AIG Hospitals since June 5. His 2023 win was a notable upset over Congress candidate and former cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin.

Girl found dead inside suitcase in northeast Delhi; family alleges sexual assault, stages protest
Delhi | Jun 08, 2025, 03:48 PM IST
A minor girl was found dead under suspicious circumstances in northeast Delhi’s Nehru Vihar on Saturday. Initial medical observations indicated injury marks on her face and possible sexual assault.
Tension grips Manipur again as protests erupt, curfew in Bishnupur, no internet in five districts
Manipur | Jun 08, 2025, 11:35 PM IST
Tensions flared in Manipur over the weekend following reports of the arrest of members of the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol. In response, the state government suspended internet and mobile data services for five days in Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts.
Israel retrieves body of Thai hostage from Gaza as airstrikes continue, 95 killed in latest action
World | Jun 08, 2025, 06:51 AM IST
Israel has recovered the body of Thai agricultural worker Nattapong Pinta, abducted by militants during the October 7 attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz and killed in captivity, officials said Saturday. The operation came amid continuing Israeli strikes across Gaza.

All-party delegation stood united against terrorism, says Salman Khurshid after meeting Jaishankar
India | Jun 05, 2025, 03:09 PM IST
Congress leader Salman Khurshid, a member of the all-party delegation sent abroad to highlight India’s stance after the Pahalgam terror attack, said the group spoke “in one voice against terrorism.” He noted that foreign governments had sent condolences and messages of solidarity.
'Brilliantly chosen name': Tharoor explains 'sindoor ka badla khoon' symbolism behind operation
India | Jun 05, 2025, 03:57 PM IST
Congress MP Tharoor noted that 26 Indian women were widowed in the Pahalgam attack and described the choice of the name Operation Sindoor as both culturally evocative and emotionally resonant.
Mumbai: Man dies after getting stuck in fence while getting down from local train
Maharashtra | Jun 05, 2025, 01:36 PM IST
A 27-year-old man died after his neck got trapped in an iron fence while attempting to alight from a local train from the wrong side at Mumbai Central station around 9.45 am on Thursday. The man, found bleeding and hanging from the fencing, was rushed to Nair Hospital but was declared dead.

Karnataka High Court takes suo motu cognisance of Bengaluru stampede, hearing later today
Karnataka | Jun 05, 2025, 12:44 PM IST
The Karnataka High Court on Thursday took suo motu cognisance of the stampede outside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 and injured 56 people during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory celebrations. The matter will be heard at 2.30 PM today.
New Zealand MP shows AI-generated nude of herself in Parliament, says 'imagine how easy...'
World | Jun 05, 2025, 11:45 AM IST
New Zealand MP Laura McLeod McClure shocked Parliament by showing an AI-generated nude image of herself to highlight the growing threat of deepfake exploitation. She revealed the image was fake and self-made in under five minutes to demonstrate how easily such content can be created and misused.
Tech leaders vs terror convicts: Tejasvi Surya rips into Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto in US | Video
World | Jun 05, 2025, 11:07 AM IST
Tejasvi Surya launched a sharp attack on Pakistan’s UN delegation led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, dismissing their peace narrative as hollow. Surya contrasted Pakistan’s export of terrorists like Ramzi Yousef and David Headley with India’s global tech leaders like Sundar Pichai and Indra Nooyi.

IIT-Delhi PhD student found dead in hostel room, here's what police said
Delhi | Jun 05, 2025, 09:53 AM IST
A 25-year-old PhD student at IIT-Delhi was found dead in his hostel room on Wednesday. The student, from Chandigarh, had not been seen for two days. The door was locked from inside, and there were no injury marks, though vomit was found near the bed.
Missing Indore couple's case: Those behind tourist's murder will face action, says Meghalaya CM
India | Jun 05, 2025, 09:05 AM IST
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has vowed strict action against those responsible for the murder of Indore tourist Raja Raghuvanshi, whose body was found in a gorge near Nongriat village. Raghuvanshi and his wife Sonam went missing on May 23 after checking out of a local homestay.
No talks with those pointing gun at our heads: Shashi Tharoor rules out dialogue with Pakistan
India | Jun 05, 2025, 08:38 AM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, leading an all-party delegation to the US, asserted that India will not engage in dialogue with Pakistan as long as terror threats persist. Speaking at the National Press Club in Washington, he said there can be no talks “with a gun pointed at our head”.

Overcrowding, confusion over free tickets among causes behind Bengaluru stadium stampede: Police
Karnataka | Jun 05, 2025, 12:20 PM IST
At least 11 people died and over 30 were injured in a stampede near Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday during a felicitation event for the RCB cricket team. Police sources cited overcrowding, distribution of free passes, limited stadium capacity, and confusion over the victory parade.
Trump announces sweeping travel ban on 12 countries, partial curbs on 7 others from June 9
World | Jun 05, 2025, 08:23 AM IST
US President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation reinstating a travel ban policy from his first term, barring entry into the US for citizens from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Somalia, starting Monday.
Hajj 2025: No kids, scorching heat, flexible payment plans | All you need to know
World | Jun 04, 2025, 02:47 PM IST
Hajj 2025 sees a mix of ancient ritual and modern-day adaptation. From managing deadly heat and enforcing age bans to introducing flexible payment plans and tightening entry protocols, the pilgrimage continues to evolve amid new global realities.
Bilawal Bhutto admits Kashmir push failing at UN, calls for intel sharing with India
World | Jun 04, 2025, 03:01 PM IST
At the UN, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari admitted that Pakistan’s attempts to raise Kashmir at global forums have faltered. Reeling from military losses following India’s Operation Sindoor, Bhutto struck a conciliatory tone, calling for dialogue, intelligence cooperation, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
IRCTC busts massive cyber racket behind ticketing scam, 2.5 crore fake user IDs blocked
India | Jun 04, 2025, 01:40 PM IST
IRCTC has busted a massive cyber fraud involving fake IDs and bot usage that allowed tickets to be booked within minutes of the booking window opening, depriving genuine passengers. Over the past five months, 2.9 lakh suspicious PNRs were identified, and 2.5 crore fake user IDs were blocked.